What it means
A lincosamide antibiotican-tee-by-OT-ikA drug that kills bacteria or stops them from growing.anti- againstbi/o life-ic relating toFull entry used for skin, bone, dental and abdominal infections, especially those caused by anaerobic bacteria, and as a choice for some clients with a penicillin allergy. The skin form treats acne. Its biggest risk is severe diarrhea from C. difficilesee dif-uh-SEELClostridioides difficile, a spore-forming bacterium that can infect the colon (the large intestine).Full entry , which can happen during or weeks after treatment.
For the nurse
Teach the client to report watery or bloody diarrhea, even weeks after the course ends. Give capsules with a full glass of water so they do not irritate the esophagus.
At a glance
| Drug class | lincosamide antibiotic |
|---|---|
| Brand names | Cleocin, Cleocin T (topical) |
| Spanish | clindamicina |
| Also written | Cleocin, Cleocin T |
Related terms
C. difficile
Clostridioides difficile, a spore-forming bacterium that can infect the colon (the large intestine).
diarrhea
Loose or watery stools, usually three or more times a day or more often than normal for the person.
antibiotic
A drug that kills bacteria or stops them from growing.